i didn't become speaker of the house because i wanted a big fancy job. i wanted to be speaker so i could do what it takes to -- we have a spending problem. i'm going to do everything can i to tackle this problem as big a way as can i because it's the right thing for the country. >> chris: even if it causes heart burn for the g.o.p. caucus. >> it's the right thing for our country. >> chris: you now say that you and the president are from different planets. you have two entirely different views of the world. what made you ever think -- what makes you seem to think even now that you can make a deal with this president with this views on trillions of dollars in spending, entitlement lings and taxes? >> chris, ways born with the glass half full. i am the opt mist. it's about trying to find common ground. yes, i understand the president feels that we need a bigger government and more spending here in washington. i believe allowing the american people to keep more of that money is the best way to create jobs and grow our economy. it's almost like we come from t